Taco Bell #3669
Last inspected: Feb 23, 2026
50
Score
Going back to 2022, Taco Bell #3669 has nine inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 23, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.
The pattern that stands out is “garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Taco Bell #3669's 50 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 23, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken nuggets (123F - Hot Holding) at display, as per employee less than 20 minutes. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee cup stored above SS bowls by storage area. Employee discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee's bags stored above the SS boxes by dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor by three compartment sink.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed a leaking water on boxes of black beans exposed by walk in freezer.
08B-36-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler cover fans soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Observed glass window by entrance torn.
36-60-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of SS cups stored on floor by break area near storage.
25-05-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of cooked chicken breast nuggets and hash browns box stored on floor by walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
50
Oct 3, 2025
Routine - Food
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. At dining room.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed above fryers.
36-34-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food stored by SS bags by storage.
40-06-5
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from faucet by three compartment sink.
29-11-4
70
Jun 12, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed grease from meat at hand sink. Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored inside mop bucket near mop sink. Manager stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water by three compartment sink. Manager clean and dry floor. **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. **Repeat Violation**
33-19-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device installed over drain board used for clean containers at three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
35B-02-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
64
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken (105F - Hot Holding)at steam table. As per manager less than 2 hours. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
11-07-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fries stored on floor at walk in freezer. Manager stored 6 inches off floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
33-19-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect control device installed over drain board used for clean containers at three compartment sink.
35B-02-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided by email.
51-13-4
61
Sep 30, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event. Provided written procedures poster. Manager printed and posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on front dishwashing area.
36-22-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
82
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
74
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine +200ppm) at the front counter, employee diluted solution during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-15-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at men's bathroom. Manager restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
70
Jun 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
95
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed manager change battery during inspection, soap dispenser now functioning properly. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-06-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind fryer, observed employee clean floor during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taco Bell #3669 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taco Bell #3669 on file is from Feb 23, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taco Bell #3669?
Across the inspection record, “garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Taco Bell #3669.
How does Taco Bell #3669 compare to other restaurants in Miami?
Taco Bell #3669 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Miami average of 74.
Has Taco Bell #3669's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Taco Bell #3669 have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taco Bell #3669 means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Taco Bell #3669 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taco Bell #3669 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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